MSI PRO B650M-A WIFI

The MSI PRO B650M-A WIFI, released in October 2022, is a micro-ATX motherboard designed for AMD CPUs with the AM5 socket. It is built on the AMD B650
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The MSI PRO B650M-A WIFI, released in October 2022, is a micro-ATX motherboard designed for AMD CPUs with the AM5 socket. It is built on the AMD B650 chipset, offering a robust platform for modern computing needs with a variety of features suitable for both gaming and professional use.

Key specifications include:

  • Form Factor: Micro-ATX (24.4 x 24.4 cm), ideal for compact builds.
  • Power Design: Features an 8-phase power delivery system for stable and efficient power to the CPU.

Memory support highlights:

  • Type: DDR5, supporting speeds up to 7200MHz (PC5-57600).
  • Slots: Four DIMM slots with dual-channel architecture, supporting up to 192GB of memory.
  • EXPO: AMD EXPO technology for easy memory overclocking.

Expansion slots:

  • PCIe Slots:
    • One PCIe 4.0 x16 slot for a graphics card.
    • One PCIe 4.0 x4 slot.
    • One PCIe 3.0 x1 slot.

Storage options:

  • M.2 Slots: Two M.2 slots supporting PCIe 4.0 and NVMe.
  • SATA Ports: Four SATA3 ports for additional storage devices.
  • RAID Support: Both NVMe and SATA RAID configurations for enhanced performance and data redundancy.

Graphics and display outputs:

  • Ports: HDMI and DisplayPort for versatile display connectivity.

Rear I/O ports:

  • USB Ports:
    • Four USB 3.x Type-A ports (10Gbps)
    • Four USB 3.x Type-A ports (5Gbps)
  • Network:
    • Realtek 8125BG chipset for 2.5Gbps wired LAN.
    • Built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth for wireless connectivity.
  • Audio: Realtek ALC897 codec supporting 7.1 channel audio.

Additional features:

  • Cooling and Headers:
    • Multiple fan headers, including three system fan headers.
    • M.2 heatsinks for efficient cooling of storage devices.
    • RGB and ARGB headers for customizable lighting.
  • Internal Connectors: USB 3.0, USB 2.0, and USB 3.1 Type-C headers.
  • Other: TPM header, DrMOS power stages, and UEFI BIOS for easy system management.

The MSI PRO B650M-A WIFI offers a balanced mix of performance, expandability, and advanced features, making it a solid choice for building a versatile and powerful PC.